Swiss cuisine may be known for its tasty cheese fondue and chocolate, but the country offers far more. From Michelin-star restaurants to delectable konditorei (coffee and pastry shops), here are the best places for an unforgettable culinary experience.
Restaurant Findlerhof
Restaurant Findlerhof stands out among Zermatt restaurants thanks to its combination of inviting atmosphere and delectable cuisine, making it one of the premier dining establishments. At this charming establishment, the staff take great care in crafting an enjoyable dining experience which features picturesque mountain views while guests indulge in classic Swiss dishes such as rosti and raclette prepared expertly by its team of talented chefs.
Findeln is a charming foodie hamlet above which you can access this rustic mountain restaurant with ease using cable car, funicular or hiking uphill. Once there, relax in its cosy family atmosphere and exquisite cuisine; not to mention stunning views of the Matterhorn and acclaimed wines that make this establishment worth your while!
Menu Highlights at La Boulange include traditional Swiss specialties as well as Italian cuisine with an international flair, such as pasta trio with scampi or lamb fillet with rosti as perennially popular choices. Furthermore, La Boulange features Pepper and Marley; two adorable pups who keep visitors company in an extremely friendly manner! The restaurant boasts an impressive wine list as well as attentive and friendly service; pet-friendly dining is welcome as Pepper and Marley roam freely within its walls!
Restaurant Schauenstein Schloss
This Alpine enclave boasting oak-panelled dining rooms and nine boutique bedrooms is an Alpine pioneer renowned for earning three Michelin stars. Chef Andreas Caminada took over this remote Furstenau castle at just 26 years old in 2003 and quickly rose through the ranks, eventually earning three Michelin stars alongside longtime protege Marcel Skibba.
Caminada’s menu at Graubunden Restaurant showcases regional ingredients, while his technical skills shine in dishes like trout with kohlrabi and dill or tortellini pasta with veal and brown butter – not to mention his ability to transform a single ingredient into multiple preparations for surprising flavor combinations and textures.
Caminada takes an innovative approach to both his garden and pantry at Schloss Schauenstein restaurant, including an impressive subterranean selection of shelved jars and jugs containing various forms of pickled, salted, dried, smoked and cured items he pickles himself at Casa Caminada as an offshoot of his flagship location. Furthermore, he plans on setting up a chef foundation to cultivate young talent.
Restaurant at the Chedi Andermatt
The Chedi Andermatt Restaurant has long been a favorite among golfers looking for breathtaking mountain views after their round. Boasting an eclectic blend of Japanese and classic European influences, its food makes an irresistibly delicious combination that has earned 17 Gault Millau points and two Michelin stars – not bad considering two executive chefs are at work to craft it!
At this rustic restaurant with a cozy ambience, guests can dine on an array of warm cuisine including fondue specialties and mountain brook trout. Chef Markus Neff strives to cultivate clear cuisine “between valley and mountain,” respecting all products used during production.
Hotel offers over 2,000 bottles of wines and sakes, along with expert recommendations from their wine sommelier for pairing perfectly with each dish served at their restaurant. Furthermore, guests can sample Devil’s Bridge beer.
Restaurant Clouds
South of the Clouds is an outstanding restaurant that blends modern American fare with subtle Asian influences in an approachable yet contemporary ambiance. Its signature cuisine sets it apart from other NYC eateries and draws a diverse clientele; however, due to operating within an extremely competitive landscape and facing various obstacles such as its high operating costs and secure an adequate supply of quality ingredients in the long term, financial viability may become increasingly precarious for this establishment.
To address these challenges, the restaurant could implement various marketing strategies to increase brand recognition and attract new customers, while simultaneously improving customer service and creating an effective loyalty program to increase retention rates.
As well as these strategies, restaurants can promote their unique ambiance through imaginative slogans like “Escape from the ordinary” or “Taste of the extraordinary.” Such catchphrases are easily memorable by potential patrons and will help establish strong brand recognition while creating memorable dining experiences for customers.
Restaurant NENI
NENI offers delicious Israeli fare with a distinctive European influence. As a family business, this eatery — named for Haya Molcho’s four sons Nuriel, Elior, Nadiv and Ilan — fuses Levantine street food with Russian, Moroccan, Turkish, Spanish German and Austrian influences for an unforgettable dining experience. Best enjoyed Balagan style; guests can sample an array of addictive mezze before indulging in hearty main courses and decadent sweets.
Bread comes straight from their bakery, while dishes are prepared and served at once to showcase Levantine ingredients’ freshness and complement each other in flavor and texture. A highlight is Knafeh dessert: an irresistibly tasty mix of sweet and salty flavours finished off by Greek yoghurt ice cream and pistachios – truly unforgettable.
At 25hours Hotel in Europaallee district lies this welcoming nook with an innate sense of conviviality and easy charm. Its contemporary design, relaxed ambience and incredible food set it apart. Pair your meal with Altitudes Ixsir 2010, which pairs wonderfully with their delicious blend of spicy aromatic cuisine.
